Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$40.87-$75.96/hr

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Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Legal Address - Richmond, VA, Salary Range: $40.87 - $75.96Hourly, Job Summary The Nurse Practitioner functions under the collaborative practice agreement with a physician and provides professional medical services in the community health center setting.

Essential Functions The following duties are considered essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the ADA to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Provides comprehensive examination, screening, health education, and treatment of patients with- in the nurse specialist’s scope of practice using a systematic approach to history and physical appraisal of the patient.

Examines the patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Administers or orders diagnostic tests and interprets test results for deviations from normal.

Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, and managing infections, aspirations, EKG. Develops and implements patient comprehensive management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.

Prescribes drugs according to licensed prescriptive authority, dispenses supplies and prescribes other treatments (e. g. physical therapy) to aid in the management of acute and chronic health problems. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.

Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers and specialists; determines need for consultation and assists in medical care treatment provided at the direction of specialists. Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to program standards. Participates in education of graduate nursing students as assigned.

Schedule Monday-Tuesday 8:00 a. m. - 7:00 p. m. Wednesday-Friday, 8:00 a. m.–5:00 p. m.

Occasional extended hours On-site position Benefits at CAHN We value our team, and it shows in our comprehensive benefits package: Health Coverage Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Secondary Gap Insurance Prescription Drug Plan Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life Financial Security 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match Employer‑Sponsored Short‑Term Disability Employer‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Work‑Life Balance Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued beginning Day 1 Self‑Care Floating Holidays 8.5 Paid Holidays Additional Support Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility CME PTO: Up to 5 days Continuing Education reimbursement up to $1,500 Relocation reimbursement up to $2,500 Loan repayment opportunities through NHSC We are committed to supporting your well‑being—at work and beyond.

Education & Experience Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program. Master’s degree in nursing with advanced skills in physical assessment. ANA Certification prior to or within one year of employment. License to practice medicine in the State of Virginia Current DEA registration.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to carry out each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics necessary for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical services, including examinations, screenings, and treatment plans within a community health center setting. They also manage patient care, prescribe medications, and collaborate with other medical providers to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited nurse practitioner program and hold a Master's degree in nursing. A valid license to practice medicine in the State of Virginia and current DEA registration are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Diagnostic testingPatient managementMedical documentationChronic health managementAcute health managementPatient counselingCollaborative careNursing education

Family Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 68% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$122k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs

401k / retirement match
86% this job
CME allowance
66% this job
Sign-on bonus
40%
Loan repayment
20% this job
Relocation assistance
17% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Family Medicine (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,573 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Richmond

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$342k
Typical market rent
$1,648/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Richmond, VA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Vernon J Harris East END Community Health Center

Health and Human Services
Richmond, VA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Secondary Gap Insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match
Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued beginning Day 1